Kyrgyzstan Treks & Tours

Head to the ‘Celestial Mountains’ of Tian Shan to trek among dramatic landscapes of snowcapped peaks, glacier-fed rivers, shady pine forests, wildflower meadows and open rolling grasslands

Witness the untouched beauty of Song Kol Lake, riding alongside herds of wild horses

Explore the soaring peaks, alpine lakes and rich nomadic culture of Kyrgyzstan

Experience the lonely high-altitude beauty of Lake Son-Kul and Lake Issyk-Kul

Trek to the base of Peak Lenin, or tackle a challenging summit expedition

Discover museums, monuments, Soviet architecture and Kyrgyz culture in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan’s dynamic capital

Kyrgyzstan has a continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. In the lowlands, the temperature ranges from around -6°C (21°F) in January to 24°C (75°F) in July.

In the low-lying Fergana Valley of the south temperatures may peak as high as the low 40s in summer. September to December sees temperatures drop to  between +5 to -5 *C

In the highlands, the temperatures range from between -20° (-4°F in January to 12°C (54°F) in July, although some high mountain valleys can drop as low as -30°C (-22°F) in winter.

Rainfall is fairly low throughout the country but there can be heavy snowfalls during winter. The wettest area is the mountains above the Fergana Valley; the driest, the southwest shore of Lake Issyk-Kul. March to May and October to November are usually the wettest months.

Kyrgyzstan is +6 hours ahead of UTC/GMT

Kyrgyz (official), Uzbek, Russian (official)

Kyrgyzstan Som

Kyrgyzstan Som is the preferred currency; but US dollars are widely used. The economy is mostly cash-based.

You can withdraw Kyrgyzstan Som from local ATM machines in the major cities only. Credit cards are not widely accepted in Kyrgyzstan so it is not recommended to rely on these solely.

We recommend you bring US Dollars cash dated no earlier than 2000 (the newer the better) in larger denominations (US$50 & US$100) as your main source of money. ALL notes should be in excellent condition. They should not be torn or have any writing on them. If in doubt ask your bank to supply alternatives.

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Electricity in Kyrgyzstan is 220 Volts, at 50 hertz. The most common pin type is C. (2 round prong).

Electricity in Kyrgyzstan is 220 Volts, at 50 hertz. The most common pin type is C. (2 round prong).

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We suggest that you consult your doctor, local government inoculation centre or a travel medical specialist in order to get the most current advice regarding vaccination requirements.

Money and valuables should always be stored safely when travelling. Keep your passport with you at all times and do not leave it in your main luggage. You will need it to change money and check into hotels. Where safety deposit boxes are available, we recommend that you use them. Keep jewellery and valuables to a minimum.